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title: "Interpreting and Translation Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0612a0"
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buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY"
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# Interpreting and Translation Services

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0612a0

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hackney has completed the award process for its "Interpreting and Translation Services" contract under the Healthtrust Europe Total Language Solutions II Framework, Call Off Lot 1&2. This procurement aims to enhance customer service accessibility for Hackney's diverse population, many of whom may not speak English as their first language. The framework awards were made using a selective procurement method, emphasising competitive sourcing. The active contract, signed on 17 January 2026, extends from 3 February 2026 to 1 February 2028, with a potential renewal for a further 24 months. The value of the contract totals £739,298, highlighting the project's significance and commitment to inclusivity across the region, London (UKI41).

This contract presents substantial prospects for businesses specialising in language services due to its focus on translation and interpreting services. SMEs, particularly those with capabilities in overcoming language barriers and delivering high-quality translation services, such as THE LANGUAGE SHOP LIMITED, are well-suited to participate and benefit from such opportunities. The contract promotes engagement with public authority work, providing pathways for growth within the language services industry. Businesses involved in this sector can leverage this framework to expand their reach and impact, offering essential services to a multicultural community while securing stable contracts through government frameworks.

## Notice

Translation services are an essential element of our Customer Service offering at the London Borough of Hackney. We have one of the most diverse populations in London and we need to ensure that our services are accessible to those who do not have English as a first language or any English at all. Using Healthtrust Europe Total Language Solutions II Framework Call Off Lot 1&2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025681-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £739,298 |
| Contracts value | £739,298 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E8 1DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Hackney |
| Electoral ward | Hackney Central |
| Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE LANGUAGE SHOP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79530000 - Translation services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 11:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025681-2026
- 30 Jan 2026 at 10:07 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008323-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025681-2026
  20th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008323-2026
  30th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.languageshop.org
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-055da6
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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